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What to order
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Beef Tataki
One of the most frequently praised dishes; reviewers called it one of the best things they had ever eaten and highly recommended it for its melt-in-your-mouth texture, flavorful marinade, and perfect balance of taste.
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Tortellini With Crayfish Bisque
Repeatedly recommended for its excellent pasta and exceptional crayfish bisque, with reviewers describing it as phenomenal, skillfully prepared, and so good they ordered extra sauce.
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Swedish Meatballs
Mentioned as creamy, moist, and beautifully executed, making it a standout shared dish in the positive reviews.
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Fish Of The Day
Praised for being perfectly seasoned and delicately cooked, making it a well-liked seafood option among the shared dishes.
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Pull Apart Lamb Shoulder
Recommended for its tender, melt-in-your-mouth meat and strong flavor, with reviewers noting it as one of the memorable dishes they ordered.
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Scallop And Prawn Tortellini
Called out for its great flavor and the quality of the prawn bisque, with multiple reviews highlighting the pasta dishes as especially good.
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Calamari
Praised as part of the chef's selection for being well cooked and served with a delicious green sauce, making it a popular tapas choice.
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Cured Salmon
Mentioned as very good with a great sauce, showing up in positive feedback for its flavor and quality.
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Lamb Rack
Recommended for being superbly cooked, well rendered, and flavorful without being overly lamby.
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Sirloin Steak
Specifically recommended by one reviewer as a dish they definitely suggest, alongside the beef tataki, for its strong overall quality.
Details
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
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| Tuesday | 10 AM to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM to 10 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Gothenburg Restaurant
Global tapas, beer, wine, coffee & cocktails served in a light-filled, glass & steel space.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Organic dishes
- Private dining room
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
Parking
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Pets
- Dogs allowed
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is Gothenburg Restaurant known for?
It is best known for tapas and share plates, especially beef tataki, which comes up repeatedly in reviews. Guests also call out the crayfish bisque with tortellini, pork belly, lamb ribs, and Swedish meatballs as standout dishes.
What dishes are most recommended at Gothenburg Restaurant?
Reviewers most often recommend the beef tataki, tortellini with crayfish bisque, pork belly, lamb ribs, and fish dishes like the fish of the day or grilled snapper. Other frequently praised plates include calamari and crudo, cured salmon, gnocchi with beef ragu, and chocolate mousse for dessert.
What is the atmosphere like at Gothenburg Restaurant?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, romantic, trendy, and upscale, with a light-filled dining room and river views. It suits couples, groups, and solo diners, and reviewers also mention outdoor seating under shade as a pleasant option for lunch.
Is Gothenburg Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is NZ$40 to NZ$100, and reviewers describe it as not cheap but worth it for the quality and presentation. People also note that the wine is reasonably priced and that the small-plate format makes it a strong choice for a special meal in central Hamilton.
Do you need a reservation at Gothenburg Restaurant?
Yes, reservations are accepted and recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner, with some planning notes saying reservations are required. Reviews suggest it can be a busy destination for evening meals, so booking ahead is the safest way to get a table.
Is parking available at Gothenburg Restaurant?
Yes. Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.
Does Gothenburg Restaurant have vegetarian options?
Yes, Gothenburg Restaurant offers vegan options.
